Wednesday Cape Ground Squirrels
by Seth on Nov 4, 2009 2:16 PM EST
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It's Wednesday and the Knicks continue their home stand tonight with the Pacers tonight. In the meantime, let's sort through some links, stories, and a few orders of business.
- Perhaps because I'm touchy, and perhaps because it's Bill Simmons, lines like this one really irritate me. Listen, I would have drafted Brandon Jennings over Jordan Hill. I'd probably still make that move. Donnie Walsh, though, thought differently, and I'm willing to accept that. Hill is certainly raw, but he's hard-working, intelligent, and also very tall. There is a precedent for young, slight centers looking pretty awkward in their weaning from the college game, but these guys gradually come into their own. I have faith in Jordan, and am willing to be patient. That's right, patient. What about you guys?
- All that said, I'm fully terrified for the Knicks-Bucks tilt on Saturday. Jennings won't go quietly.
- Knickerblogger's most recent post is an excellent read regarding the Knicks' pick-and-roll, and how it needs shooters on the perimeter to work properly. So far, Wilson Chandler hasn't been that shooter. Mike K's got video to show that.
- Via TKB, Adam Zagoria comments on Larry Hughes's chance to shine in Nate Robinson's absence, with special attention paid to Larry's defensive prowess.
- It's early yet, but you should know that Danilo Gallinari is currently on pace to attempt the most three-pointers ever taken in a season. (If you haven't been checking out the New York Times' new basketball blog, you probably should. It's totally up your alley.)
- From the post: Bernie Williams will sing the national anthem (of America, I presume) at Friday's game against the Cavs.
- Your link of the day: What Would Oakley Do? reflects on the Knick career of Chris Dudley in light of the news that he will likely run for governor of Oregon this time next year. For whatever it's worth, Dudley is a Republican.
- Cape Ground Squirrels sometimes share burrows with mongooses and meerkats. So does Chris Duhon.
Seeing as I'm the master of poor planning, I've got concert tickets tonight and Friday night, and will miss the live broadcasts of both the Pacers and Cavs games. I'll record and watch them later, but I'd invite any of you to write a full recap if you are so inclined. Also, the game threads will still be poppin' off in my absence. Come on by if you're watching.
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Picking Hill over Jennings was a mistake
But calling it a “disaster” and a “mega-misfire” 3-4 games into the season is a bit crazy. Id say picking Rubio over Jennings was a much bigger mistake. At least we can use Hill.
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What concerts are you going to? Jackson Browne is playing here tonight.
And yeah, I think taking Hill over Jennings was crazy. I think he’s one of maybe 3 players in that draft who could have thrived in New York.
That said, I’m not discounting Hill (we knew from day one he is a project) and I’m also not necessarily saying Jennings is a savant.
I just liked his McDonald’s All-American Flat-top.
"I'll probably go get lifted right now with Greg. Hey, and come back tomorrow and try to get another win."
-Renaldo
i saw jackson browne this summer
twice, actually. he’s pretty old these days, but they were enjoyable concerts.
i’m seeing deer tick tonight and monsters of folk (in the city) friday night.
Rush to judgment much?
Agree with Pennywise. I’m not as optimistic about Hill, but few were doubting Jennings’ talent on draft night. The bigger concern was that he was a prima donna.
Let’s put it this way. At this point in their careers (in 1996), Stephon Marbury was playing about as well as Jennings is now and was thoroughly outplaying his draftmates Kobe Bryant and Steve Nash. It wouldn’t shock me if Jennings’ career parallels Jennings’ all too closely.
No thanks.
"Dishin' and swishin' in transition"
by Serious Garbage Time on Nov 4, 2009 3:21 PM EST reply actions
Jennings
is definitely a ROY candidate now that Griffin is hurt. The Knicks could have taken him and they may regret not doing it. But I think they did see a little Marbury in him. He’s probably not as crazy as Marbury and he may be great, but picking at #8, Hill had already fallen a ways and I totally understand the logic. It’s looking like Jennings will be the more valuable player, but the real test of a point guard is whether they raise the level of their team and produce wins. They also have to play defense. So there is a long way to go before this can be labeled a mistake.
in Coach D's system
the PG is very very important.
By spending a top 10 pick on one, you would be essentially putting all your eggs in that basket. You would be forced to make him the center of the team.
If they did not feel comfortable with giving Jennings the keys to the 7SOL system I trust them on that.
Faith in Hill
As an AZ Wildcat fan, I might be biased… but I have lots of faith in Jordan.
Can’t say who will end up with the better career in the end, but after watching him play at Arizona… I was very happy we drafted him and think he’ll be really good and maybe great. Hill hasn’t played organized ball for as long as most rookies… so it’ll require patience, but he definitely has the raw skills.
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